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In recognition of Sexual Violence Awareness Week, there will be a bunch of cool programs on campus this week to promote safety and support for students. There will be tons of free give-aways, food, music, movies and more, so bring your friends and have a great time while you learn how to keep each other safe!

Music, tie-dyeing and other fun events will be held to help raise awareness among students about the issue of sexual violence and week of scheduled events.

When Love Turns to Fear 7-9pm Ohio Union Ballroom, 2nd Floor

Author Lundy Bancroft will discuss intimate partner abuse, and answer questions such as: What does it look like? What can you do? This presentation will be helpful to students who have experienced intimate partner abuse or know others who have. Bancroft will offer information concerning:

The early warning signs of an abusive relationship

Different styles of abusers, how they differ, how they are similar

How to tell if an abuser can change, is changing, or ever will

The role of drugs and alcohol in an abusive relationship

What can be fixed, and what can’t

How to leave a relationship safely: Resources on Campus

Specific safety challenges for intimate partner abuse among college students

Create a t-shirt design reflecting an experience of sexual violence, healing and recovery. These t-shirts become part of the OSU “Clothesline Project”: a visual awareness-raising display.

T-shirts and supplies are furnished, or you can bring your own t-shirt. T-shirts will be displayed on the Oval on Wednesday, 4/21/2010. The OSU Clothesline Project is displayed every year at the Annual Take Back The Night March and Rally, and at other events.

Options following an incident of sexual violence (i.e. sexual assault, intimate partner abuse and stalking) will be discussed during this panel presentation. Representatives from the Capital University Law School’s Family Advocacy Clinic, the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office Abuse Unit, and OSU Student Judicial Affairs will offer information and answer questions. Specifically, the criminal justice process, stalking order process and Student Judicial process will be discussed. This presentation is designed to answer questions for attendees, as well as to provide an overview of the related processes.

Stalking 1012:30-3:30pm Dave Griner Room, RPAC

Learn how to identify and respond to stalking behavior. An officer from the OSU Division of Police and the long-term advocate at the Student Wellness Center will present on what stalking may look like for college students, options for addressing the unwanted behavior and safety planning. This workshop would be especially helpful for any student who is wondering if they, or someone they know, is experiencing stalking.

White Ribbon Campaign: Men Working to End Violence 10am to 2pm Oval, RPAC pavilion

The white ribbon campaign is an international awareness effort to demonstrate men’s commitment to ending sexual violence. Men will be passing out white ribbons and providing information about sexual violence. This event is designed to help men become involved and raise awareness about how sexual violence is not just a “woman’s issue” it’s an issue for everyone.

Tough Guise: Men and Masculinity7-9:30pm RPAC Meeting Room #2

A video and presentation will be shown to encourage discussion of masculinity and hyper-masculinity, and how they intersect with sexual violence.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21st

Clothesline Project on the Oval12noon – 3pm

T-shirts made by OSU survivors and co-survivors will be displayed on the Oval. Peer crisis intervention support will be provided in case someone needs to talk about their reaction to the t-shirt display.

Members of the student groups, Women and Allies Rising in Resistance and Student Support for Survivors, will lead a discussion about consent to sex, and the factors that affect our ability to give and receive consent to sex.

Activities are planned to help participants express their feelings surrounding sexual violence. Survivors and Co-Survivors of Sexual Violence are invited to attend this healing experience.

Candlelight Vigil 8:30-9:30pm RPAC Pavilion

The candlelight vigil will follow the healing event for survivors and co-survivors. However, it is open to anyone who wants to participate in a symbolic act to show our unity. Sexual violence affects everyone and, at the Ohio State University, we have pledged and proclaimed our desire to end sexual violence. This event will help recognize our shared goal and provide an opportunity for reflection on the week of events.

FRIDAY, APRIL 23rd

Free showing of “Precious: Based on the novel Push by Sapphire” 7-9pm Hagerty Hall 180

This movie depicts a survivor’s story and if you’ve wanted to see it, this can be one way to watch it in good company. Students are encouraged to come and bring a friend. Advocates will be available, if participants need to talk.

SATURDAY, APRIL 24TH

Spring 2010 Power Puff Championship Game3:30pm (after the Buckeye Spring Game) on turf field behind RPAC. Playoff games on 4/13 and 4/23.

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